Question 1

Which level of analysis provides a better view of depth and intensity in world politics?
A) International system
B) Nation-state
C) Individual actor
D) None of the above

Accepted Answer

B

Question 2

What was the new element in the Bush administration's war on terror?
A) It holds nation-states accountable for harboring terrorist groups.
B) It rests only those decisions passed through the United Nation's Security Council.
C) It seizes assets of nation-states who harbor terrorist groups.
D) It calls for strict sanctions of nation-states who harbor terrorist groups.

Accepted Answer

The new element in the Bush administration's war on terror was holding nation-states accountable for harboring terrorist groups. This was a departure from traditional international relations where state actors were held accountable for their own actions, rather than those of non-state actors operating within their borders. This approach led to the invasion of Afghanistan in 2001, as the Taliban government had provided safe haven to al-Qaeda. It also contributed to the invasion of Iraq in 2003, as the Bush administration believed Saddam Hussein was harboring weapons of mass destruction and had ties to terrorist groups.

Question 3

Which level of analysis provides a better view of patterns and generalizations in world politics?
A) International system
B) Nation-state
C) Individual actor
D) None of the above

Accepted Answer

The international system level of analysis provides a more comprehensive view of patterns and generalizations in world politics as it considers the interactions between multiple nation-states and the structure of the global system. The nation-state and individual actor levels of analysis are more limited in their scope and may miss important systemic factors influencing world politics.

Question 4

Examining a country's material resources is an important component of which level of analysis?
A) Decisionmakers level
B) Geological level
C) Domestic society level
D) Global society level

Accepted Answer

Examining a country's material resources is crucial at the domestic society level because it involves analyzing the internal factors, including economic resources and infrastructure, that influence a country's behavior and capabilities.

Question 5

Which of the following did NOT lead to the rapid deterioration of the American-Russian alliance during World War II?
A) The advancement of French troops into Germany
B) The growing disagreements over the rebuilding and occupation of Eastern Europe
C) The possession of the nuclear bomb by the United States
D) The death of President Franklin Roosevelt

Accepted Answer

The advancement of French troops into Germany did not lead to the rapid deterioration of the American-Russian alliance during World War II. The other options all played a role in the deterioration of the alliance. The growing disagreements over the rebuilding and occupation of Eastern Europe, as well as the possession of the nuclear bomb by the United States, created tensions between the two countries. The death of President Franklin Roosevelt also played a role as his successor, Harry Truman, took a harder stance against the Soviet Union.

Question 6

Of the levels of analysis given below,the most micro level approach to understanding international relations is the
A) individual decisionmaker.
B) economic policy.
C) domestic society.
D) global society.

Accepted Answer

The individual decisionmaker approach focuses on the decision-making process and actions of individual leaders within a country or between countries. It is the most micro level approach as it zooms in on individual actors and their behavior, rather than looking at broader economic, societal, or global factors.

Question 7

The level of analysis most appropriate for understanding public support for the U.S.war against the Taliban in Afghanistan is the
A) decisionmakers level.
B) domestic society level.
C) global society level.
D) public-opinion level.

Accepted Answer

The domestic society level is most appropriate for understanding public support for the U.S. war against the Taliban in Afghanistan because it focuses on the factors within the United States that influence public opinion on the war, such as the media, political elites, and public opinion polls.

Question 8

Which level of analysis suggests that a democratic system of government plays a crucial role in explaining world politics?
A) Decisionmakers level
B) Domestic society level
C) Political ideology level
D) Global society level

Accepted Answer

The domestic society level suggests that the nature of the political system in a country, such as a democratic system of government, can greatly influence its foreign policy and interactions with other states. Therefore, a democratic system of government can play a crucial role in explaining world politics at this level of analysis.

Question 9

In the early 1980s,many East Asian countries were characterized as "emerging markets" for their policies of
A) education reform.
B) trade protection.
C) financial deregulation.
D) labor security.

Accepted Answer

In the early 1980s, many East Asian countries, such as South Korea, Taiwan, and Singapore, began implementing financial deregulation policies that aimed to attract foreign investment and promote economic growth. These policies included removing restrictions on foreign ownership of businesses and easing regulations on financial institutions. These policies played a key role in the rapid economic development and transformation of these countries, which became known as the "Asian Tigers."

Question 10

The level of analysis that focuses on the characteristics of the domestic society attempts to
A) discover which societies are most susceptible to authoritarian regimes.
B) understand the characteristics that make some societies poor and others rich.
C) understand the characteristics that make some societies authoritarian and others democratic.
D) understand the opportunities and constraints placed on the decisionmaker due to resources,capabilities,expectations,and economic and political organization of the society in which the decisionmaker lives.

Accepted Answer

This level of analysis, known as the domestic level of analysis, focuses on the opportunities and constraints faced by decision-makers within a society. It takes into account factors such as the resources, capabilities, expectations and economic and political organization of the society in which the decision-maker operates. It is not concerned with identifying which societies are authoritarian or democratic, nor is it focused solely on understanding the factors that contribute to a society's wealth or poverty.

Question 11

The Asian financial crisis resulted from
A) poor regulation.
B) high corporate debt.
C) exodus of foreign capital.
D) all of the above.

Accepted Answer

The Asian financial crisis resulted from a combination of poor regulation, high corporate debt, and an exodus of foreign capital. The lack of proper regulation allowed for risky lending practices to occur, leading to high levels of corporate debt. When foreign investors began pulling their money out of affected countries, it worsened the situation and led to the crisis.

Question 12

Why was there so little discussion about whether the bomb should be used in World War II?
A) Moral and legal restrictions of warfare were few.
B) Soviet-American alliance was deteriorating.
C) The bomb would help limit potential Russian intrusions into portions of East Asia.
D) All of the above are true.

Accepted Answer

The decision to use the atomic bomb in World War II involved a complex mix of factors, including the limited moral and legal restrictions on warfare at the time, the deteriorating Soviet-American alliance, and the strategic goal of limiting Soviet influence in East Asia. These considerations collectively reduced the extent of debate over whether to use the bomb.

Question 13

al Qaeda's attack on the World Trade Center was an example of
A) asymmetric warfare.
B) civil war.
C) guerrilla insurgency.
D) military incursion.

Accepted Answer

The attack on the World Trade Center by al Qaeda was an example of asymmetric warfare, as the group used unconventional tactics and strategies, such as hijacking commercial airplanes and using them as weapons, against a more powerful and better-equipped opponent (the United States). It was not a civil war, guerrilla insurgency, or military incursion, as it was not an internal conflict within a country, a protracted armed struggle by a weaker force against a stronger force, or a deliberate military invasion of a foreign territory, respectively.

Question 14

The level of analysis focusing on individual decisionmakers attempts to
A) understand the effect of their roles in the societal or political system on their decisions.
B) understand the effect of their education and socialization,personality traits,or physical health on their decisions.
C) inform decisionmakers about world events so as to enable them to make better decisions.
D) understand the society in which they live because this allows us to better understand their decisions.

Accepted Answer

The level of analysis focusing on individual decisionmakers attempts to understand the effect of their education and socialization, personality traits, or physical health on their decisions. It does not necessarily aim to inform decision makers about world events, nor does it aim to understand the societal context in which they operate.

Question 15

The level of analysis that is appropriate for understanding Gorbachev's inability to maintain political control after the reforms is
A) decisionmakers level.
B) political level.
C) domestic society level.
D) global society level.

Accepted Answer

The appropriate level of analysis for understanding Gorbachev's inability to maintain political control after the reforms is domestic society level. This is because the Soviet Union experienced significant societal changes during the period of reforms, including the emergence of new political and cultural movements, which ultimately led to Gorbachev's loss of political control. Understanding how domestic societal factors influenced Gorbachev's political success is therefore crucial for understanding this period of Soviet history.

Question 16

Factors such as education and socialization of decisionmakers are
A) relatively unimportant for determining outcomes in world politics.
B) part of the individual level of analysis.
C) the strongest determinants of foreign policy outcomes.
D) part of the role level of analysis.

Accepted Answer

Education and socialization of decision makers are part of the individual level of analysis. It is an important factor that shapes the beliefs, values, and norms of decision makers and influences their decisions and actions in world politics. However, it is not the only factor and other levels of analysis such as the systemic and domestic levels are also important in determining outcomes in world politics.

Question 17

The level of analysis stressing on the governmental structure attempts to
A) transform authoritarian governmental structures into democratic structures.
B) understand how governmental structures are formed.
C) understand the opportunities and constraints placed on the decisionmaker due to the structure of the government.
D) why dictatorships fall.

Accepted Answer

The level of analysis stressing on the governmental structure attempts to understand the opportunities and constraints placed on the decision-maker due to the structure of the government. It aims to analyze the role and power distribution of different political institutions in decision-making processes in order to better understand how state power is exercised.

Question 18

What are the two main explanations for the Asian financial crisis?
A) Manipulative foreign direct investment;World Bank loans
B) Structural adjustment requirements of loans;weak banking system
C) Authoritarian political practices;financial deregulation
D) Currency devaluation;massive corporate bailouts

Accepted Answer

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Question 19

In a well-known article,J.David Singer introduced the idea of levels of analysis and discussed two broad perspectives:
A) governments and society.
B) international system and nation-state.
C) individuals and roles decision-makers' play.
D) governments and nation-states.

Accepted Answer

J. David Singer introduced the idea of levels of analysis and discussed two broad perspectives - international system and nation-state. The article focuses on how these two perspectives can be used to analyze and understand international relations. The other options (A, C, D) are not accurately reflecting the two perspectives discussed by Singer.

Question 20

Some believe that the 9/11 attacks ushered in a period in world politics defined by
A) unchecked American power and sustained U.S.-led "war on terrorism".
B) American neo-isolationist policies and global retreat.
C) a new period of global market capitalism and economic growth.
D) unwavering coalition building between the world's most powerful states.

Accepted Answer

The 9/11 attacks led to increased U.S. military involvement and a sustained "war on terrorism" in the Middle East and beyond, with the U.S. taking a more assertive role in world politics. This period was defined by a focus on security and counterterrorism, and the use of military force to achieve these goals. The U.S. built coalitions with other countries, but also pursued its goals unilaterally when it deemed it necessary. It did not lead to a period of American neo-isolationist policies or global retreat, nor did it usher in a new period of global market capitalism and economic growth.

Quiz 1: World Politics: Analysis,choice,and Constraint

Which level of analysis provides a better view of depth and intensity in world politics?

What was the new element in the Bush administration's war on terror?

Which level of analysis provides a better view of patterns and generalizations in world politics?

Examining a country's material resources is an important component of which level of analysis?

Which of the following did NOT lead to the rapid deterioration of the American-Russian alliance during World War II?

Of the levels of analysis given below,the most micro level approach to understanding international relations is the

The level of analysis most appropriate for understanding public support for the U.S.war against the Taliban in Afghanistan is the

Which level of analysis suggests that a democratic system of government plays a crucial role in explaining world politics?

In the early 1980s,many East Asian countries were characterized as "emerging markets" for their policies of

The level of analysis that focuses on the characteristics of the domestic society attempts to

The Asian financial crisis resulted from

Why was there so little discussion about whether the bomb should be used in World War II?

al Qaeda's attack on the World Trade Center was an example of

The level of analysis focusing on individual decisionmakers attempts to

The level of analysis that is appropriate for understanding Gorbachev's inability to maintain political control after the reforms is

Factors such as education and socialization of decisionmakers are

The level of analysis stressing on the governmental structure attempts to

What are the two main explanations for the Asian financial crisis?

In a well-known article,J.David Singer introduced the idea of levels of analysis and discussed two broad perspectives:

Some believe that the 9/11 attacks ushered in a period in world politics defined by